16. The former preach Christ out of contention, not sincerely, intending to add trouble to my circumstance.
17. But the latter preach out of love, knowing that I am appointed for the defense of the gospel.
18. What then? Only that in every way, whether in pretense or in truth, Christ is preached. And in this I rejoice.Indeed, I will rejoice.
19. For I know that through your prayer and the support of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, this will result in my deliverance.
20. Accordingly, it is my earnest expectation and my hope that I shall be ashamed in nothing, but that with all boldness as always, so now also, Christ will be magnified in my body, whether it be by life or by death.
21. For to me, to continue living is Christ, and to die is gain.
22. But if I am to live on in the flesh, this will mean fruitful labor to me. Yet I do not know what I shall choose.
23. I am in a difficult position between the two, having a desire to depart and to be with Christ, which is far better.
24. Nevertheless, to remain in the flesh is more needful for your sake.